Commercial Kitchen Deep Cleaning Melbourne
Commercial kitchen deep cleaning in Melbourne covers rangehood and exhaust canopy degreasing, exhaust duct cleaning to AS 1851 standards, grease trap servicing, oven and fryer degreasing, kitchen floor and tile grout scrubbing, and all food contact surface sanitisation. An AS 1851 compliance certificate is issued on completion — accepted by Melbourne councils and insurers. From $350 per deep clean session.
What's Included in Commercial Kitchen Deep Cleaning
Commercial kitchen deep cleaning in Melbourne is a mandatory compliance requirement — not an optional maintenance upgrade. Under AS 1851 (Australian Standard for fire protection system maintenance), the exhaust systems of commercial kitchens must be cleaned to a documented standard at specified intervals. Grease accumulation in kitchen exhaust ductwork is one of the leading causes of commercial kitchen fires in Melbourne. Non-compliance with AS 1851 can void your commercial kitchen fire insurance policy, generate council compliance orders, and — in the event of a fire — result in personal liability for the venue operator.
Golden Star Retail Cleaning performs commercial kitchen deep cleaning for restaurants, cafes, hotels, aged care facilities, school canteens, hospitals, function centres, clubs, and any venue with a commercial kitchen in Melbourne. Every deep clean is performed to AS 1851 standards and concludes with the issue of an AS 1851-compliant cleaning certificate — accepted by Melbourne councils, commercial kitchen insurers, body corporate managers, and facility managers as documentation of fire safety compliance.
A standard Golden Star commercial kitchen deep clean includes:
- Rangehood and exhaust canopy interior degreasing — all internal surfaces of the canopy hood cleaned and degreased using commercial-grade alkaline degreasing products
- Exhaust duct cleaning — ductwork degreased to AS 1851 standard; grease accumulation removed from duct interior using appropriate brushing and chemical treatment methods
- Exhaust fan degreasing — fan blades, motor housing, and fan casing degreased and inspected for grease accumulation above safe levels
- Grease filter removal, soaking, and cleaning — all baffle and mesh grease filters removed, soaked in commercial degreaser, cleaned, and reinstalled
- Grease trap cleaning and servicing — grease trap pumped, cleaned, and inspected; service record updated
- Deep fryer degreasing — fryer vat interior and exterior degreased; fryer surrounds and splash zones cleaned
- Oven and grill degreasing — oven cavity, grill grates, grill plates, and burner surrounds degreased
- Kitchen floor and tile grout deep scrubbing — floor surfaces scrubbed with commercial degreaser; tile grout cleaned using appropriate mechanical or chemical methods
- Wall tile and splash zone cleaning — all wall tiles, splash backs, and wall surfaces adjacent to cooking equipment cleaned and degreased
- All food contact surface sanitisation — prep benches, shelving, and equipment surfaces cleaned and sanitised with FSANZ-compliant products
- AS 1851 compliance certificate issued on completion — signed by the supervising technician and accepted by councils, insurers, and body corporate managers
Areas Covered in a Kitchen Deep Clean
A commercial kitchen deep clean covers every zone that accumulates grease, food residue, and bacterial contamination beyond what nightly cleaning can address. The following areas are all included in a Golden Star deep clean program.
Products & Deep Cleaning Methods
Commercial kitchen deep cleaning requires heavy-duty chemical degreasers, specialist mechanical equipment, and trained technicians who understand the difference between a cleaning pass that looks complete and one that actually meets AS 1851 and FSANZ standards. Golden Star Retail Cleaning uses commercial-grade products and methods that go substantially beyond the capabilities of standard nightly cleaning staff or general commercial cleaning companies.
AS 1851 Exhaust System Cleaning
AS 1851 specifies the cleaning standard for commercial kitchen exhaust systems as a fire safety maintenance requirement. The standard defines what acceptable grease levels in ductwork look like, how cleaning must be documented, and how frequently cleaning must be performed based on the type and volume of cooking. Golden Star's exhaust system cleaning procedure involves: visual inspection and grease level assessment before cleaning; application of commercial alkaline degreasing products inside the duct; mechanical brushing where accessible and required; chemical treatment where mechanical access is limited; final inspection and grease level documentation; and issue of the AS 1851 compliance certificate recording the pre-clean and post-clean grease levels, cleaning method, and technician details. This documentation is what insurers and councils require — not just evidence that cleaning happened, but that it was performed to the standard.
Grease Trap Servicing
Grease traps prevent fats, oils, and greases from entering Melbourne's stormwater and wastewater systems — a requirement under EPA Victoria trade waste regulations. A grease trap that is not regularly serviced fills to capacity and loses effectiveness, at which point it fails to separate grease from wastewater and contributes to blockages and trade waste compliance failures. Golden Star's grease trap service covers: liquid waste removal, interior cleaning, inspection of inlet and outlet pipes, baffle condition assessment, and service record update. The frequency of grease trap servicing depends on the volume of cooking and the capacity of the trap — most Melbourne restaurant grease traps require servicing every 1–3 months.
Kitchen Floor Grout Deep Cleaning
Commercial kitchen tile grout absorbs grease, food residue, and bacterial contamination over time — particularly in high-grease zones around fryers and cooking lines. Standard nightly floor scrubbing does not clean grout lines effectively. Golden Star's kitchen deep clean includes systematic grout cleaning using a combination of commercial degreasing products applied at higher concentrations, dwell time to break down embedded grease, and mechanical scrubbing using grout brushes or rotary scrubbing equipment. The result is grout that meets the visual cleanliness standard assessed by Melbourne council health inspectors — not just a floor surface that looks clean in general lighting.
Cooking Equipment Degreasing
Deep fryer degreasing, oven cavity cleaning, and grill degreasing are performed using products and methods appropriate to each equipment type. Golden Star's technicians are trained on the specific degreasing requirements of commercial deck ovens, convection ovens, flat-top grills, char grills, deep fryers, and combi ovens. Products are selected based on the equipment manufacturer's cleaning recommendations and the specific grease type and volume encountered. All cooking equipment deep cleaning is performed with the equipment cool and powered off, in compliance with WorkSafe Victoria OHS Act 2004 requirements for safe work near commercial cooking equipment.
Compliance & Certification
Commercial kitchen deep cleaning in Melbourne sits at the intersection of three compliance frameworks — fire safety, food safety, and workplace safety. Golden Star Retail Cleaning's deep cleaning program addresses all three simultaneously and provides the documentation required for each.
- AS 1851 (Fire Protection Systems Maintenance) — commercial kitchen exhaust systems must be cleaned to this standard; Golden Star issues an AS 1851-compliant certificate on completion of every exhaust system deep clean; certificate is accepted by Melbourne councils, insurers, and body corporate managers
- Food Act 1984 (VIC) — food premises must be maintained clean and sanitary; deep cleaning records are provided to support council health inspection documentation and demonstrate compliance with the Act's cleanliness requirements
- FSANZ Standards 3.2.2 and 3.2.3 — food safety practices and food premises cleanliness; all food contact surfaces are cleaned and sanitised using FSANZ-compliant products as part of the deep clean program
- HACCP principles — all cleaning staff hold HACCP training certificates; deep cleaning procedures follow HACCP critical control points for food-contact surface sanitisation and cross-contamination prevention
- EPA Victoria trade waste — grease trap servicing is performed in compliance with EPA Victoria trade waste discharge requirements; service records are maintained for trade waste compliance documentation
- WorkSafe Victoria OHS Act 2004 — all deep cleaning work near commercial cooking equipment is performed with equipment powered off and cooled; Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) prepared for all high-risk tasks
Insurance Implications
Most Melbourne commercial kitchen insurance policies require that exhaust systems be cleaned to AS 1851 standard at the specified frequency as a condition of coverage. Failure to maintain a current AS 1851 cleaning certificate can void your policy entirely — meaning a grease fire in a kitchen with an overdue exhaust clean may not be covered by insurance. Golden Star recommends maintaining a cleaning schedule that ensures your AS 1851 certificate is always current. We can set up automatic scheduling reminders and manage the cleaning program on your behalf so compliance never lapses. View our full compliance credentials.
Frequency Requirements
AS 1851 specifies cleaning frequency based on cooking type and volume. The following table reflects the standard frequencies applied to Melbourne commercial kitchens:
| Kitchen Type | Exhaust Clean Freq. | Grease Trap | Full Deep Clean |
|---|---|---|---|
| High-volume restaurant / hotel | Every 3 months | Monthly | Quarterly |
| Medium restaurant / cafe | Every 6 months | Every 2–3 months | Every 6 months |
| Low-volume cafe / bakery | Annually | Every 3–6 months | Annually |
| Charcoal / solid fuel cooking | Every 3 months | Monthly | Quarterly |
| Wok / high-heat Asian cooking | Every 3 months | Monthly | Quarterly |
Frequencies are indicative based on AS 1851. Golden Star assesses your specific kitchen during the site visit and recommends the appropriate program. View full pricing guide →
Commercial Kitchen Deep Cleaning Cost Melbourne
Commercial kitchen deep cleaning in Melbourne starts from $350 per session for a small cafe or bakery kitchen. Restaurant and hotel kitchen deep cleaning typically ranges from $450–$800 per session depending on kitchen size, number of exhaust systems, grease accumulation level, and whether grease trap servicing is included. High-volume kitchens, charcoal cooking kitchens, and wok kitchens requiring quarterly cleans are priced on application after site assessment.
All Golden Star commercial kitchen deep cleaning quotes include: all cleaning labour, all commercial-grade degreasing and cleaning products, all specialist equipment, the AS 1851-compliant completion certificate, and a service record. There are no hidden fees for grease trap access, duct access equipment, or after-hours scheduling. Deep cleaning is typically performed overnight or during a scheduled kitchen shutdown to avoid disruption to service.
For restaurant groups, hotel operators, and facility management companies managing multiple kitchens across Melbourne, Golden Star provides consolidated deep cleaning programs — coordinated scheduling, consistent AS 1851 compliance across all sites, and centralised certificate management. Call 0484 042 336 to discuss your kitchen portfolio requirements.
Related Services
Golden Star Retail Cleaning provides nightly cleaning programs for all hospitality venue types — complementing the periodic deep clean with ongoing compliance maintenance:
Frequently Asked Questions
AS 1851 specifies exhaust system cleaning frequency based on cooking type and volume. High-volume restaurants, hotel kitchens, charcoal cooking kitchens, and wok kitchens require cleaning every 3 months. Medium-volume restaurant and cafe kitchens typically require cleaning every 6 months. Low-volume kitchens may require annual cleaning. If you are unsure of your required frequency, Golden Star can assess your kitchen during a free site visit and recommend the correct program based on your cooking type and volume. Most Melbourne kitchen operators who have not recently reviewed their cleaning frequency find they are either cleaning too infrequently for their risk level or holding unnecessary certificates for a higher frequency than AS 1851 requires.
The Golden Star AS 1851 compliance certificate issued after every commercial kitchen exhaust deep clean includes: the venue address and kitchen location, the date of cleaning, the cleaning technician's name and qualification, a description of the exhaust system cleaned, the pre-clean grease accumulation level assessment, the cleaning method used, the post-clean grease level confirmation, and the technician's sign-off confirming the system was cleaned to AS 1851 standard. This certificate is the document your insurer requires at annual policy renewal and your council inspector may request during a premises inspection.
Commercial kitchen deep cleaning starts from $350 per session for a small cafe or bakery kitchen. Restaurant and hotel kitchens typically range from $450–$800 per session. High-volume kitchens are priced on application after a site assessment. All quotes include the AS 1851 compliance certificate, all labour, all commercial-grade products, and all equipment. No hidden fees for duct access, grease trap service, or after-hours scheduling. Call 0484 042 336 to arrange a free site assessment.
Yes. Most Melbourne commercial kitchen insurance policies include a condition requiring that the kitchen exhaust system is cleaned to AS 1851 standard at the required frequency and that a current cleaning certificate is maintained. If a fire occurs in a kitchen where the exhaust system has not been cleaned to the required standard or where the AS 1851 certificate has expired, the insurer may decline the claim on the basis that the policy condition was not met. Golden Star recommends checking your specific policy wording with your insurer and ensuring your cleaning schedule keeps your certificate current at all times.
A standard commercial kitchen deep clean for a medium-sized restaurant kitchen takes 4–6 hours, typically performed overnight after the kitchen closes. Larger kitchens — hotel kitchens, club kitchens, high-volume restaurant kitchens — may take 6–10 hours. All deep cleaning is scheduled to be completed before kitchen preparation for the next service begins, with no disruption to trading. If your kitchen requires a full day shutdown for a very large or heavily soiled deep clean, we discuss the scheduling requirements with you during the site assessment and plan accordingly.
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AS 1851 certificate issued. Exhaust, hood, grease trap, fryers, ovens. Accepted by Melbourne councils and insurers. From $350/session.